Sep 01, 2010
How to diagnose nonpigmented skin tumors: A review of vascular structures seen with dermoscopy: Part I. Melanocytic skin tumors
Dermoscopy is a noninvasive tool that can be helpful in the diagnosis of nonpigmented skin tumors. This is because dermoscopy permits the visualization of key vascular structures ...
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Sep 01, 2010
How to diagnose nonpigmented skin tumors: A review of vascular structures seen with dermoscopy: Part II. Nonmelanocytic skin tumors
Nonmelanoma skin cancer refers to a broad class of tumors, including actinic keratosis, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma, and as a group these are the most ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis associated with icodextrin
To the Editor: A 55-year-old African American man with chronic renal failure receiving peritoneal dialysis presented to the emergency department with a 3-day history of a ...
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Sep 01, 2010
A nonsteroidal alternative to impetiginized eczema in the emergency room
To the Editor: In the April 2008 issue of the Journal, we reported the use of gentian violet to treat oral hairy leukoplakia in an HIV-infected individual, and we would like ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Aleukemic leukemia cutis with extensive bone involvement
To the Editor: Aleukemic leukemia cutis (ALC) is a rare condition that is characterized by the invasion of leukemic cells into the skin before such cells are observed in ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Onychopapilloma presenting as longitudinal leukonychia
To the Editor: Onychopapilloma is an uncommon benign nail neoplasm characterized histologically by distal subungal hyperkeratosis and nail matrix metaplasia of the nail bed ...
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Sep 01, 2010
JAAD Grand Rounds quiz* Patch of “difficult to comb” hair
Learning objectives: At the conclusion of this learning activity, physician participants should be able to assess their own diagnostic and patient management skills and use ...
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Sep 01, 2010
A woman with focal alopecia
A 65-year-old white woman presented with a 6-month history of a slowly enlarging plaque of alopecia localized to the frontal scalp. She denied associated pain or pruritus. ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Cicatricial alopecia
A 56-year-old woman with a medical history significant for idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura presented with patchy areas of hair loss that have been progressing over the ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Pink plaque on a teenager's face
An 18-year-old otherwise healthy female presented with a 1-month history of an enlarging and mildly pruritic lesion on her face. She had noted the presence of clear material ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Linear acral lesions in an infant
A 6-month-old girl had asymptomatic unilateral hyperkeratotic verrucous plaques with keratotic spicules following the lines of Blaschko on the left hand, forearm, and foot, ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Recruiting subjects for research studies in the era of Web 2.0
To the Editor: Subject recruitment is a frequent obstacle when conducting human subject research. While the print media industry is facing a precipitous decline, online media ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Differential usefulness of biomarkers thymus and activation-regulated chemokine and soluble CD30 during enteric coated mycophenolate sodium and cyclosporine therapy in atopic dermatitis
To the Editor: Evaluating disease activity in patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) using the SCORing Atopic Dermatitis (SCORAD) index is hindered by subjectivities and intraobserver ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Rapid resolution of pyoderma gangrenosum after treatment with intravenous cyclosporine
To the Editor: A 48-year-old white female presented to our clinic with a 1-week history of leg pain and worsening abdominal pain. Her medical history was significant for ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Basal cell carcinoma and atypical fibroxanthoma: An unusual collision tumor
To the Editor: We report the case of an 85-year-old white female who presented to our dermatology department with a 2.5 cm × 1.8 cm asymptomatic erythematous plaque of 3 ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Iotaderma #200
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Sep 01, 2010
August iotaderma (#199)
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Sep 01, 2010
Bilateral forearm intravenous regional anesthesia with prilocaine for botulinum toxin treatment of palmar hyperhidrosis
Background: Treatment of palmar hyperhidrosis with botulinum toxin (BTX) requires effective anesthesia, but previous methods have not provided enough pain relief or have ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Deroofing: A tissue-saving surgical technique for the treatment of mild to moderate hidradenitis suppurativa lesions
Background: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease, often refractory to treatment. Patients with HS and dermatologists are in need of an effective, ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Commentary: Unroofing for hidradenitis suppurativa, why and how
See related article on page 475 Traditional surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) consists of en bloc wide excision followed by primary closure or healing by secondary ...
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Sep 01, 2010
The imbalanced expression of matrix metalloproteinases in nephrogenic systemic fibrosis
Background: Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) occurs in patients with renal dysfunction and gadolinium exposure. Although little is known about the pathogenesis of this ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Dermatitis herpetiformis: Pearls and pitfalls in diagnosis and management
Dialogues in Dermatology, a monthly audio program from the American Academy of Dermatology, contains discussions between dermatologists on timely topics. Commentaries from ...
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Sep 01, 2010
Identification of a novel mutation in the DSRAD gene in a Chinese family with dyschromatosis symmetrica hereditaria
To the Editor: Dyschromatosis symmetrica hereditaria (DSH) is a rare autosomal dominant skin disease that is characterized by a mixture of hyperpigmented and hypopigmented ...
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Aug 30, 2010
Cutaneous lupus erythematosus: Update of therapeutic options: Part II - Corrected Proof
In the first part of the review, topical agents and first-line systemic treatment options for cutaneous lupus erythematosus were discussed whereas in the second part, recent ...
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Aug 30, 2010
The molecular genetics underlying basal cell carcinoma pathogenesis and links to targeted therapeutics - Corrected Proof
Mutations in the sonic hedgehog signaling pathway play a key role in the development of basal cell carcinomas. Specifically, mutations in the PTCH1 (also known as PTCH or ...
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Aug 30, 2010
Medical missions: A therapeutic primer - Corrected Proof
Trips abroad to underdeveloped countries for the purpose of providing dermatologic care (medical missions), while both exciting and gratifying, require planning and forethought. ...
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Aug 30, 2010
Prospective study of wound infections in Mohs micrographic surgery using clean surgical technique in the absence of prophylactic antibiotics - Corrected Proof
Background: Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) has a low rate of surgical site infection (SSI) without the use of prophylactic antibiotics. In the studies to date, there has ...
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Aug 26, 2010
The association of dermatitis herpetiformis and systemic lupus erythematosus - Corrected Proof
Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) is an immune-mediated cutaneous disease occasionally associated with celiac disease, but rarely associated with systemic lupus erythematosus ...
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Aug 26, 2010
Cutaneous lupus erythematosus: Update of therapeutic options: Part I - Corrected Proof
In patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE), it is important to provide instructions concerning methods of protection from sunlight and artificial sources of ultraviolet ...
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Aug 23, 2010
Nevus simplex: A reconsideration of nomenclature, sites of involvement, and disease associations - Corrected Proof
Background: Nevus simplex (NS) is a common birthmark on the forehead, glabella, upper eyelids, and nape. More widespread involvement can be confused with port-wine stains ...
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Aug 23, 2010
Hair care practices and their association with scalp and hair disorders in African American girls - Corrected Proof
Background: Few studies have extensively examined the prevalence of hair care practices and their association with scalp and hair conditions in African American girls.Objectives: ...
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Aug 19, 2010
Onychoheterotopia: Pathogenesis, presentation, and management of ectopic nail - Corrected Proof
Background: Onychoheterotopia is an extremely rare condition in which the nail tissue grows outside the classic nail unit of the dorsal fingers and toes. It presents as either ...
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Aug 19, 2010
Silver sulfadiazine for the treatment of partial-thickness burns and venous stasis ulcers - Corrected Proof
Background: For decades silver-containing antibiotics such as silver sulfadiazine (SSD) have been applied as standard topical therapy for patients with partial-thickness ...
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Aug 16, 2010
Longitudinal erythronychia: Suggestions for evaluation and management - Corrected Proof
Longitudinal erythronychia is a frequent nail presentation with a limited differential diagnosis. This clinical entity may be divided into cases that involve one (localized) ...
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Aug 16, 2010
Progressive overgrowth of the cerebriform connective tissue nevus in patients with Proteus syndrome - Corrected Proof
Background: Proteus syndrome is a rare overgrowth disorder that almost always affects the skin.Objective: Our purpose was to evaluate progression of skin lesions in patients ...
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Aug 13, 2010
Possible role of hypercoagulability in calciphylaxis: Review of the literature - Corrected Proof
Background: The role of a hypercoagulable state in the pathogenesis of calciphylaxis has yet to be determined.Objective: We sought to find evidence of an association between ...
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Aug 13, 2010
An analysis of health system reform for dermatologists: Elements and implications of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - Corrected Proof
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act will have substantial effects on the US health care system. Physicians hold varied opinions regarding the overall merits or ...
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Aug 09, 2010
A pilot study of emollient therapy for the primary prevention of atopic dermatitis - Corrected Proof
Background: Prevention strategies in atopic dermatitis (AD) using allergen avoidance have not been consistently effective. New research reveals the importance of the skin ...
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Aug 09, 2010
Obesity and psoriasis: From the Medical Board of the National Psoriasis Foundation - Corrected Proof
An association between obesity and psoriasis has been reported. For a variety of reasons, obese persons with psoriasis are often more difficult to treat. We sought to review ...
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Aug 09, 2010
Infectious agents in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma - Corrected Proof
Infectious agents have long been suspected as potential causative agents in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL). Tissues of patients with CTCL have been evaluated for evidence ...
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Aug 09, 2010
Effect of intravenous immunoglobulin with or without cytotoxic drugs on pemphigus intercellular antibodies - Corrected Proof
Background: Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg)–a relatively new approach to treat pemphigus–lowers serum levels of pemphigus antibodies; however, the optimal way to use this ...
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Aug 24, 2010
Celebrity Scar Treatment
In a society that idolizes celebrities, it’s easy to believe that celebrities are flawless. However, many of the most famous celebrities have scars. These celebrities’ methods of dealing with their scars vary as wildly as their careers.
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Aug 02, 2010
Stretch Marks, Body Image, and Stress
Stretch marks not only result in an altered physical appearance, they can also have negative psychological impacts.
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Jul 08, 2010
New Insights into Mechanisms Controlling Scar Formation
Recently published research reveals an unexpected mechanism that limits scar formation.
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Jun 10, 2010
Melanoma: a Growing but Preventable Problem
Malignant melanoma is the deadliest skin cancer, and the incidence is rising. However, the disease is both preventable and treatable if caught early.
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May 25, 2010
Healing Homeland Heroes
New governmental initiatives may help wounded veterans get the care they deserve
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Apr 29, 2010
Harnessing Laser Light for Stretch Mark Reduction
New laser treatment protocols offer viable options for stretch mark reduction.
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Apr 14, 2010
Facial Scarring: Opinions and Options
Some learn to love their facial scars, but for those who are embarrassed by them, several treatment options exist
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Mar 30, 2010
Garnet BioTherapeutics Announces First Patient Treated In Trial Of New Therapy For Improvement In Scar Appearance
Garnet Bio Therapeutics announces first patient treated in trial of new therapy that gives off a variety of pro-regenerative growth factors and cytokines which help repair damaged tissue and reduce inflammation, ultimately augmenting the body's ability to heal itself.
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Mar 18, 2010
Examining Scars to Pinpoint Healing Problems in Obese Patients after Surgery
Researchers examined scars to understand why obese patients who underwent surgery often experienced complications with healing.
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Mar 04, 2010
Annual AAD Meeting Discusses Best Skin Care for Acne & Rosacea
Dermatologists recommend that with proper diagnosis, treatment and a healthy dose of good, old-fashioned skin care, acne and rosacea can be less of a nuisance for patients.
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Mar 01, 2010
Eczema in Early Childhood May Effect Mental Health
A recent study indicates that children who suffered from eczema within the first two years were more likely to develop emotional problems later in childhood.
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Feb 01, 2010
The Future of Human Healing: Studying Regrowth & Regeneration in the Animal Kingdom
By studying healing and body regeneration through evolution in the animal kingdom, scientists will better understand how to improve human healing in the future.
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Jan 06, 2010
Parents Charged with Tattooing Their Kids
After creating their own at-home tattooing instrument with a guitar string as the needle, parents Patty Jo Marsh and Jacob Bartels proceeded to give six of their seven children tattoos. Now what started as a way to include the whole family in their affinity for body art, turned quickly into a legal battle. Both parents are charged with cruelty to children, reckless conduct, and tattooing.
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Dec 28, 2009
New Tanning Tax In Lieu of "BoTax": A Win/Win for Skin?
Last weekend, the Senate nixed its proposed 5% tax on elective cosmetic procedures with a supplementary 10% on tanning salons. This decision is a win for the members of the American Academy of Dermatologists (AAD) who rallied together against the original bill.
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Dec 22, 2009
Using Mother Nature to Treat Scars
The formation of scars is a natural result of the healing process after an injury. The skin is the largest organ of the body, and as a result, any trauma to it can cause the formation of scar tissue...
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Dec 04, 2009
Senate Healthcare Bill to Tax Cosmetic Surgery
Cosmetic surgery and procedure patients and health-care providers are lining up in opposition to a provision in the U.S. Senate’s version of Health Care Reform which would impose a 5% tax on purely cosmetic elective procedures, a measure designed to raise nearly $6 billion of the projected $849 billion cost of the healthcare bill.
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Dec 03, 2009
Fractional Skin Resurfacing - A Better Way to Remove Scars?
Fractional skin resurfacing is an emerging laser scar removal method that requires less recovery time than traditional technologies.
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Nov 25, 2009
Thanksgiving Skin Care Tips
The holiday season is upon us, and with the joys and excitement of the festivities come the disasters and stress of family gatherings and travelling; not to mention the anxiety about overeating. One thing to keep in mind during this season of celebration is adequate skin care.
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Nov 12, 2009
Berns Triplets Back on The Today Show
The Berns triplets first made headlines when they appeared on NBC’s The Today Show in May of 2009 to share their story and spread a message of hope for other scarred burn victims. After months of innovative laser treatment, the triplets were featured on the news again when they reappeared on the Today Show to showcase the results of their treatment.
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Oct 20, 2009
Scar Healing Science- How Certain Scar Treatments Work
Scar Healing is the result of biologic wound repair and is a complex process. With the exception of minor lesions, every skin wound causes some degree of permanent scarring. The word scar comes from the Greek word eschara, meaning “place of fire.” Scar tissue is different from normal skin. It is inferior in appearance and function. Scars are less resistant to ultraviolet rays and more prone to sunburn. Scars also lack a blood supply or sweat glands, and they never grow hair.
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Sep 14, 2009
Prevent Contagious Skin Conditions This School Year
Young children and adolescents are at an increased risk for certain skin conditions. Although the symptoms may be treated easily, the highly infectious nature of these conditions means that they can rapidly spread throughout a school if not effectively contained.
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Sep 01, 2009
First time in Canada- Surgeons successfully remove a tumour from a child's face through his scalp
Surgeons at The Montreal Children’s Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre and McGill University used a novel approach for the first time in Canada to remove a tumour embedded in the upper face of Jayden Cambridge, an 18-month old child. Using a new endoscopic technique, the surgeons entered from the toddler’s scalp, above his hairline, to retrieve the tumour located in the middle of his forehead. Thanks to this new procedure, the little boy will be spared an unsightly scar, and instead has a tiny one hidden by his hair.
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Aug 21, 2009
Not So Much Fun in the Sun: Summer Safety Issues
Here is a list of four surprising summer safety issues that you may want to watch out for this season.
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Jul 31, 2009
Dermatologists Caution Alternative Eczema Therapies Are No Substitute for Proven Medical Treatments
At the American Academy of Dermatology's Summer Academy Meeting 2009 in Boston, dermatologist Peter A. Lio, M.D., FAAD, discussed why eczema patients try alternative therapies and how certain therapies used in conjunction with clinically tested medical treatments could hold promise in further improving the condition.
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Jun 24, 2009
Berns Triplets Spread Message of Hope for Scarred Burn Victims
22-year-old Triplets Jordan, Trae and Chandra Berns have a mission to tell a story of hope for burn victims. Severely burned in a tragic fire as toddlers, they have endured scarring for almost all of their lives.
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May 05, 2009
Healing With Hyaluronic Acid
While there are numerous scar and wound care products on the market, not all of them work efficiently on all types of wounds. On wounds of the lower extremities, one treatment that has shown some success...
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Apr 23, 2009
Protecting Skin from the Sun
This summer, protecting your scars from UV rays should be a top priority. The better a scar is protected from sun exposure, the less visible it will become.
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Apr 15, 2009
Measuring the Effectiveness of Aloe Vera on Wound/Scar Healing
Aloe vera was known as the “plant of immortality” in Egypt more than 6,000 years ago and it is likely already part of your skin care regimen...
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Apr 15, 2009
Putting Keratin to the Test
What happens when you have a chronic or burn wound that will not heal? What treatments can you seek if you or someone you know has a rare condition known as epidermolysis bullosa...
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Apr 09, 2009
Stimulating Help for Difficult Wounds
More than 6 million Americans suffer from wounds that are considered chronic and difficult to heal. These wounds may be the result of long-term pressure or friction on the skin...
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Apr 08, 2009
Healing Homeland Heroes- a Movement Grows
As many U.S. and UK veterans return from the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan, they bear the sacrifice they made on their bodies. Missing limbs, impaired vision and deafness are just a few examples of the physical injuries they've endured...
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Mar 23, 2009
Acne Scar Treatment – Inside the Latest Studies
If you are an adult or teenager who has acne breakouts, you’re not alone. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, millions of Americans have acne at this moment and we spend more than $100 million a year on nonprescription acne treatments...
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Mar 17, 2009
Stem Cell Therapy May Benefit Scleroderma Patients
Patients who suffer from scleroderma scarring and wounds may benefit from new stem-cell therapies using cells created from the patient’s own bone marrow...
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Mar 04, 2009
Healing Visible Scars From Self-Injury
Sometimes people experiencing emotional pain or stress injure themselves as a way of dealing with uncontrollable bad feelings. Aside from the psychological toll, this self-destructive behavior can also leave behind physical reminders...
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Feb 09, 2009
Taking a Closer Look at Self-Injury
For some individuals, self-injury is a way to deal with strong emotions. Cutting, scratching, burning and picking the skin are common methods for countering emotional pain...
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Jan 09, 2009
Understanding Acne Scars
If you are one of the 40 to 50 million Americans who suffer from acne, you know dealing with embarrassing blemishes and active inflammation is difficult enough. Many acne cases do respond to treatment and clear up eventually
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Dec 22, 2008
Tips for Treating Acne
If you’ve ever been frustrated by your skin you’re not alone – acne affects an estimated 40 to 50 million Americans each year. Whether it’s the occasional blemish, regular outbreaks or persistent severe inflammation
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Dec 11, 2008
Stretch Marks: Treatment and Prevention Beyond Pregnancy
Most often when we hear about stretch marks the conversation involves pregnancy. As many mothers can attest to, the stretch marks remain behind long after the baby is born. Despite their popularity, research suggests...
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Dec 05, 2008
What is Acne: Understanding Fact Versus Fiction
Have you ever blamed an acne breakout simply on stress? You’re not alone. Almost 80 percent of people between the ages of 11 and 30 have experienced acne at some point in their lives, and many ideas abound...
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Dec 05, 2008
Adult Acne - Why it's Back and Options for Clearer Skin
Bad skin is not just a teenage dilemma. Today more than half of adult women and one quarter of adult men experience acne breakouts...
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Dec 04, 2008
The Social Impact of Acne – It's Not Just Skin Deep
For many of the millions of Americans who suffer from acne, their symptoms are mild and easily managed. Since acne is so common...
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